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Dongobesh, Tanzania
Manyara · Tanzania
Dongobesh is a small city in Manyara, Tanzania with a population of 18,864. Elevation: 6,512 ft (1,985 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 18,864 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,512 ft (1,985 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.0667°, 35.3833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Manyara |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.8 inches (833 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dongobesh
Dongobesh is a small city in Tanzania (Manyara) with a population of 18,864. The city sits at an elevation of 6,512 feet (1,985 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Dongobesh
Dongobesh has an average annual temperature of 19.8°C (68°F). The hottest month is Nov (21.5°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1008 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,512 ft (1,985 m) |
| Area | 1,278.8 sq mi (3,312.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.0667°N, 35.3833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lengai, Ol Doinyo (156 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lengai, Ol Doinyo | Stratovolcano | 2,962 m (9,718 ft) | 2020 | 156 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 5.3 in |
Dongobesh has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 55°F in July to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (0.1").
Schools in Dongobesh
36 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dongobesh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gidmosa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gidhim Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Getesh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Erboshan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Endoji Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Endesh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dumanang Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dongobesh chini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gilodari Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Diyomat Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Berit Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bashay Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Arri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Yaeda Ampa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| DONGOBESH SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| GIDHIM SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| ALEXANDER SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Ng'orat Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Utwari Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ayaqanja Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Yarotamburda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Yamay Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Yaeda Ampa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tumati Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sagha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Qaloda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| DONGOBESH SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Mongahay Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mangisa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laghangesh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hayeseng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Harsha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hareabi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gotte Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ginyabudel Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Dongobesh
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dongobesh
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Manyara Airport | LKY | Medium Airport |
| Endanyawish Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Haidom Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harbanget Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Makau Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Singida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tarangire 2 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yaeda Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Dongobesh?
Dongobesh has a population of 18,864 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 1,278.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dongobesh?
Dongobesh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches.